Process Worker & Farm Workers
Hazeldenes Chicken Lockwood, Bendigo
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Job Description
Lockwood & Surrounding (Bendigo Based)
Attractive hourly pay rates
Multiple vacancies available
Our Company:
At Hazeldenes, we have more than 80 years of history underpinning how we proudly go about our business. It is not just about our delicious chickens, innovation, and commitment to quality. It is about our people doing extraordinary things to deliver great products.
At Hazeldenes, we are proud of our people, our reputation, and our place in the community. From humble beginnings in Kangaroo Flat in Bendigo, our facilities have spread across rural Victoria. Our people come from many different cultures and backgrounds and have skills ranging from farming and quality control to engineering and poultry processing.
Available Roles:
Farm Workers:
You will support day-to-day poultry husbandry activities to ensure bird health, welfare, and optimal farm performance.
Key Duties:
Monitoring feed, water intake, and bird weights
Conducting welfare checks
Assisting with shed setups and farm cleanouts
Collecting eggs and supporting incubation processes
Maintaining litter quality and hygiene standards
Following strict biosecurity requirements
Process Workers:
You will support the safe and efficient processing of poultry while maintaining high animal welfare and food safety standards.
Key Duties:
Handling and hanging live birds safely
Processing, grading, deboning, packing, and chilling poultry
Operating and monitoring production equipment
Weighing, labelling, and packaging products
Cleaning and sanitising work areas
Meeting daily production targets
Disclaimer:
The duties and responsibilities outlined above are not exhaustive and may change from time to time based on operational requirements. Employees may be required to perform additional tasks as directed by management.
All about you:
Sound understanding and adherence of OH&S
Able to follow verbal and written instructions
Able to work with a diverse group of staff
Meet the physical demands of the role - Ability to stand for extended periods, perform repetitive tasks, and lift heavy objects
Successful candidate must have:
Follow all OH&S, GMP, hygiene, and company standards
Be physically fit – able to stand for long periods and lift up to 20kg
Perform repetitive tasks safely using correct techniques
Demonstrate punctuality, reliability, and good communication
Be able to follow verbal and written instructions
Work effectively in a diverse team environment
Report hazards or maintenance issues promptly
Be based in Bendigo or willing to relocate
Own car and driver’s licence required – No public transport available to our farm or processing sites.
Must hold valid work rights in Australia.
Benefits
Attractive hourly pay rates & Public Holiday Penality Rates & Overloadings
Career advancement opportunities
Mental health and well-being programs / EAP
Be part of a team that thrive for success
Company discounted products
Free On-Site Parking
How to Apply:
We proudly embrace and promote cultural diversity and Equal Employment Opportunity within the workplace. Indigenous Australians, Torres Strait Islanders, and minority groups are encouraged to apply.
Note: Applications will only be considered for candidates who have the right to work in Australia without restrictions or sponsorship.
HR Hazeldenes
Postcode: 3551 (Lockwood, Bendigo)
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Hazeldenes Chicken
Member since: February 2026
Employer's email matches the hazeldenes.com.au website.
Description:
At Hazeldenes, we have more than 80 years of history underpinning how we proudly go about our business. It is not just about our delicious chickens, innovation, and commitment to quality. It is about our people doing extraordinary things to deliver great products.
At Hazeldenes, we are proud of our people, our reputation, and our place in the community. From humble beginnings in Kangaroo Flat in Bendigo, our facilities have spread across rural Victoria. Our people come from many different cultures and backgrounds and have skills ranging from farming and quality control to engineering and poultry processing.
Industry:
Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics

